Summer Springboard
Music Production & Management
ON THE CAMPUS OF UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE CREATIVE AND BUSINESS ASPECTS OF THE MUSIC INDUSTRY
THIS IS A TWO-WEEK PROGRAM WHERE YOU’LL FOCUS ON ONE COURSE FOR THE ENTIRE DURATION.
Music Production & Management @ University of Michigan
- Explore the core elements of music production, including songwriting, producing, recording, and editing.
- Gain a solid understanding of music industry management, covering rights, royalties, licensing, and copyrights.
- Strengthen your creative skills by writing, recording, and editing your own original demo.
- Learn the fundamentals of artist management, from contract negotiations to career development strategies.
- Apply marketing and branding techniques to build an artist’s image, grow a fanbase, and connect with audiences through social media and more.
- Learn about industry-standard equipment and gain hands-on experience in producing and editing demos.
Summer Springboard
Music Production & Management
About This Course
A music production program for teens on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor
Summer Springboard’s Music Production and Management program offers high school students an immersive experience that blends the creative and business sides of the music industry set on the University of Michigan’s campus, home to a highly-ranked school of music, Theatre & Dance. This inspiring environment gives students access to state-of-the-art music facilities and resources, while providing opportunities to explore the intersection of creativity, technology, and music entrepreneurship.
Throughout the program, students will dive into songwriting, music production, and recording, while also gaining essential knowledge in areas like copyright law, royalties, and artist management. Hands-on workshops, guest lectures, and potential visits to local recording studios bring classroom learning to life. By the end of the course, students will have honed both their artistic and entrepreneurial skills, culminating in a final project, such as a demo track or music marketing plan, that showcases their talent and vision, leaving them with valuable insight and a strong foundation for pursuing a career in music.
TOPICS YOU'LL EXPLORE
Hands-on Learning
From writing and recording original songs to producing and editing demo tracks, students actively engage in every stage of music creation. On the business side, they’ll dive into the fundamentals of artist management, contract negotiations, royalties, and branding. With guidance from industry professionals and access to professional-grade tools, students apply what they learn through interactive projects and collaborative workshops, building practical skills they can carry into future careers.
Career Exploration
Through hands-on experiences and insider access, this course gives students a behind-the-scenes look at a wide range of careers in the music industry. Guest speakers and excursions introduce them to career paths in songwriting, producing, artist management, marketing, and more, helping students discover where their passions and talents fit within the music world.
RESOURCES
Course Infosheet
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“Summer Springboard was an amazing experience and I am so glad I chose to do this program. It taught so much about what I want to pursue in my future.”
-Taliha B. | Alumni Student
Summer Springboard
Music Production & Management
Meet Your Instructor
Courses are taught by accomplished and passionate faculty recruited from many area colleges, universities and professional forums. Each faculty member is selected for their subject area expertise and proven ability to both challenge and captivate students.
Instructor - TBA
“Summer Springboard did not only prepare me for a career but also the real world while leaving time to make life long friends and having fun.”
-Addison W. | Alumni Student
Summer Springboard
Music Production & Management
Dates & Tuition
| 2026 Dates |
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| Session 1: July 19 – July 31, 2026 |
Click here to enroll in this course using our online enrollment form.
| Tuition |
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| Residential Tuition: $5,698 |
| Commuter Tuition: $2,998 |
Apply by November 30 to lock in the lowest prices of the year. Tuition increases on December 1.
Tuition Protection Plan: Allows for cancellation for any reason up until the day of the program.
| Location |
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| City: Ann Arbor |
| State: Michigan |
| Campus: University of Michigan |
Summer Springboard programs are not run by our campus partners (with the exception of Cal Poly, UW Foster and NYSID which are run in partnership with SSB). Universities and their affiliated departments and partners do not control and are not responsible or liable in any manner for any part of the Summer Springboard program.